! Khadija's Creative Mind

~ Grow Love ~ In My Style Mug Recycling

2012-01-23T21:21:00.001+05:00

Hi Lovely friends,
I am always ready for giving & receiving Love! Actually I don't want a single/specific day for celebrating Love..well I don't know what do you think about this,but its my random thinking..I always LOVE & CARE everyone. 24/7-365 *(*
I am excited to share my today's post..In my this post I am having a message..What do you think..can you receive my message?

Honestly today our materialistic life is like a dry branch...We really need to grow some Love at these dry/rough branches/ways of life..So why not to start from today..?Its never too late..

Are you ready for growing some Love in my latest style...?Lets grow over Stones & dry branches(troubles & worries) No matter what is happening outside :) Let it Grow *(*

The above mug I got after breaking my coffee mug(showing below)..but now(Luckily) Its broken..a tiny crack is visible here in it..So I am ready to do something Lovely with this :)

Previous Tutorial

Now I hope you want to see a brand new idea & its tutorial..So lets see what I have been done :)

You will need;

A Mug

4 colors of Paints(I use folkart from Plaid)

Mod Podge Sparkle( sealer)

Glitter paint & brushes

Stones

Dry Branch

Paper & scissor

patience during its making :)

~~ Process ~~

I was not having pink paint,so I mix a few red in white color for the light pink shade..you can take pink otherwise..apply & wait until dry!
Then I add some red glitter paint over it(I think it was better without glitter)the creamy look was also fine!
lets draw the wording Grow with green outline & Heart with red color.

Fill the outline & write the message"GROW LOVE" & then fill the space with some doodles!

Important thing now!

After completing design, You Have To Seal It With Any Sealer & as you know I am a fan of Mod Podge..So I apply Sparkle :)

Some glass stones are STOLEN by me from my brother's fish aquarium..Sorry my poor fishies..I hope I didnt hurt any of you :)
If you are in a mood of stealing colorful stones from your fish aquarium,be careful, Dont disturb any fish..
Check my Mod Podged Stones Tutorial for this purpose!

I cut this dry branch of grapes plant from backyard..it was Not totally dry,I cut it & fix it in center of mug..place firmly stones in a mug,then I cut a few colored paper hearts & green buds,Not leaves..

& Its Done..An easy way to grow something useful :)

The above are a few of my hand painted pots,One pot I haven't shared yet,I will share soon!

Important...

If your relations are going in a poor situation,This will be a perfect gift for your "Someone Special"..A gift with a silent message is perfect!..So who is going to try my idea..?raise your hands..& send me your inspired creation & Get Featured at Creative Mind :)
Have a Lovely Day Everyday!

p.s..Thanks for wishing me at my Birthday..You all are so sweet ~

Its My Birthday

2012-01-21T01:06:00.000+05:00

Sometimes I Feel I Am;

Able Active Artistic Attitude Adventurous Ambitious Amazing Bold Boring Brilliant Bad Bulky Bright Cool Cheerful Creative Co-operative Charming Choosy Cruel Controversial Dashing Decent Darling Daring Emerging Exclusive Emotional Executive Friendly Folk Fresh Genius Generous Glowing Handsome Helping Humble Happy Hungry Hardworking Interesting Innovative Imaginative Junky Jobless Lively Lovely Lazy Marvelous Moody Mad Noisy Neutral Patriot Pretty Proud Quick Rough Superb Student Strong Special Stupid Silly Strict Stingy Sensitive Tall Tolerance Tricky Talented Wise Warm Willing Yummy Youthful

I hope You can Imagine my personality according to "MY" point of view!

I have so many plans this year..Wish me good luck please..
~ Lots Of Love ~

DIY Necklace & Resin Flower Ring(Two In One Post)

2012-01-16T23:05:00.000+05:00

In my today's post, you will see two easy peasy DIY at once..lets see whats going on today at Creative Mind..If you will remember my Jewelry Hanger Tutorial post, there I Share a few necklaces & among those One necklace tutorial was not yet posted,So today I am going to post an antique pendant necklace How-To..& a flower ring..
Have a look..

Its super easy! You will enjoy its making,,

You Will need to have..
1-Glass beads
2-Elastic strand/thread
3-Jump ring
4 Antique pendant

~ Process ~

First you will add beads in elastic thread with needle,(dont add big or heavy beads in elastic,can be breakable)
Wrap around your fingers & make some place for fixing pendant with jump ring..& That's it..
Due to its elasticity, anyone can wear this,no matter how fatty neck you have or how thin it is..necklace will be nicely fixed..hahaha
I hope you understand my tutorial with pics & writing! if any confusion, feel free to write to me..

Now the 2nd DIY,,

Resin flowers are not usual here,Once I got some accessories for hanging with cell phone & there was a resin flower too..
My Creative mind start working on how to use this flower in accessories..& lets see my 1,2,3=Done DIY

Lets see what are the other cool n funny things, my brother said If you will like these childish things..it will prove you a silly girl..& I said,,,Its OK,,I AM..No Problem,,

There were some colorful Owls,,Micky mouses,Flip flop shoes,flowers etc
Lets Catch the How-To now!

You will need to separate the loop & metal from flower & fix it on a ring..Thats it..I add some DM in the middle of flower petals for making this shiny!

Its so hard to model any ring(specially when you have fingers like a fork,as I have)..I take many pics & Not a single was perfect..

p.s..I am still living with my wisdom tooth pain..how cheap it is.. huh

Have You Faced Wisdom Teeth Pain...?

2012-01-13T01:34:00.000+05:00

I am writing this post late night from my iPhone & the reason of writing this post was my sleepless night, its about 2am & I am not sleeping,Because,,,
This morning when I wake up,I saw my right side of face/jaw was having some swelling!I thought may be its just feeling but after a few hours I start feeling pain in my jaw & teeth,,,which teeth,,?
The same teeth which usually enter into your mouth at this age(between 15-25)but I am below15 *(*

Yes!! The Wisdom Teeth :(

My Wisdom teeth pain is disturbing me a lot right now,it was not much in day time but now (late night)its increasing!
What to do now----
first I plan to visit dentist in morning..
but
what to do right now for a relaxed sleep?
Genius KK...after all wisdom teeth is coming)haha

I am having WORLD in my hand,so why not to do something for some betterment!

~~~GOOGLE IT~~~

I start googling for the urgent & home made remedy for my wisdom teeth pain!
after googling a little I got so many easy peasy tips for its remedy,
(you must have a look at this page if you are going to face any teeth pain)

There are a number of herbal and home remedies that can help manage tooth pain, but these do not always work on all people. If you prefer not to take drugs or other types of medication to handle pain, some of these options may help:

Peppermint leaves: Dried peppermint leaves placed around the tooth for 15 minutes at least 10 times per day can help reduce pain and brings the abscess up closer to the upper surface of the gums.

Ice: Sucking on ice cubes or holding an ice pack firmly against the gum line will help to numb the area and provide temporary relief from pain. Ice can also help reduce any throbbing or persistent pain you experience near your temples or forehead.

Garlic and salt: A popular folk remedy for treating toothache is a garlic and salt rub that is placed directly on the tooth. Cut a fresh clove of garlic into large pieces and top it with rock salt; then, chew the garlic and salt ‘pack’ for a few minutes. The garlic and salt act as an antiseptic and can also make the teeth stronger.

Gentle massage: Massaging the gums lightly can help increase blood circulation to the area and promote healing. However, too much pressure may trigger an inflammation response so avoid this technique if the gums are swollen or sore.

Black tea: Black tea has astringent properties that can help flush out the gum tissues and reduce swelling. Applying a warm black tea bag to the area may soothe the area and provide temporary pain relief.

Source

What I have done & I feel Much better without any cry..!
-1- first I gargle with salt mixed water,I take two glasses of warm water! & during gargle I feel better!
Then
-2- I take a few mint leaves(I found fresh leaves in fridge)& fix those between both jaws(on teeth)
-3- After a few minutes (15/20) I take black tea,don't drink so hot,warm temperature!
-4- I was feeling pain in my one eye too,so I simply start massage on that side..
-5- The last remedy was a medicine which is usually for any normal type of headache(Panadol)so it was the last step!!

Now I am feeling relaxed & writing a post about this pain,I wish everybody stay happy,healthy & relaxed without any pain..so I thought to share this if anybody is having any type of pain!! You must take some help via Google for home remedies..
The also got some knowledge via ehow ,

P.S---Now I Am A Wise Person(work in progress)next time talk to me seriously!hmmmm
P.P.S---Me...& Serious/Wise?? Joke of the Year!!haha..
Love You Friends

Cell Phone Casing Designed with Folk Art Paints

2012-01-10T14:25:00.000+05:00

After having an iPhone, now my cell phones is not much in use these days, so I have done something intricate with my cell casing, I always try something different with my cell casing,Have you remembered the other versions of my casing decoupage ?Have a look at my latest Design!

I have painted it & then mod podged it.. so simple & unique :)

First I apply folk art acrylic white paint on casing & then I use extreme glitter paint by plaid
then I start making doodles & designs with black ,the brush tip was very thin,so its easy & fine to make tiny designs!

BE CAREFUL**

First of all you have to separate the cell casing from the set,I am used to for working with my casing as it is,but you must be careful otherwise the paint or glue can fix your casing with set permanent!dont blame me then!!

After completing the design,let it dry for 10 minutes & then apply mod podge sparkle for sealing the paints & for some shine too..
& its DONE ~

Lets see my previous versions of Cell Casing Designs :) I think the latest is better than all previous versions :)

You know what was the motivation for playing with paints? The super Plaid gift which I receive last month :)many paints & paint brushes.Thanks Jill & Etcetorize :)

Enjoy the Sparkle :) in hand! I am adding my Sim in this phone for a few days! I want to show others what I have made :)

Winter is going well but its not behaving well with me :( last week there was snowfall near my area but Not in my area..Why winter..?I am sad at this ignorance!huh but I am still having a wish for snowfall because temperature is still in Minus degrees so I can wish,,

These images are captured by me,I thought to share these today because its 10th January, 4 years back the same day I enjoy snowfall here,I am again waiting for snowfall as every year I wait :( May be this year!!!
I hope you will enjoy my post ! Have a Nice Day

Leather Purse With Hand Embroidery (DIY)

2012-01-03T11:11:00.000+05:00

Hello All...
I Love doing Embroidery, but it takes much time & concentration & being a student,I cant enjoy embroidery much.but last month I was free from Exams so I thought why not to try something with Embroidery..

Once I have shared a waist belt & I said I will share its technique..but sorry I am late :( well my today's creation is a part of the same thing! this post will be helpful for you !
So Lets see what I have Done within a few hours!

Is it Nice..?

Its Not a big purse,I can add some handy stuff in it :) like my iPhone,glasses,wallet etc :)

This is the finished Design, When I start this I was thinking about making a belt but at last I complete a purse :)

I bought nothing for making this,I was not sure what I will use in design,I open my Embroidery stuff stash which is filled with several colors & designs of beads,sequins,rhinestones,tiny decorative stuff for fabric etc.. I am a good organizer :) & I love these glass jars of 2"..hmm

I use 3 colors of sequins(green,aqua,antique) & 3 colors of Tilla(embroidery thread)

I take the leather piece which I have been used in my sweater refashion ,Its a good stuff for doing Embroidery! & I make a freehand design with marker,

FOR THE DETAILED TUTORIAL OF THIS EMBROIDERY STITCH,CHECK THIS PREVIOUS TUTORIAL POST

First I start making the outline with chain stitch, the hook is like crochet hook but with a very slim Tip

Then I start doing Zigzag over the chain stitch because the chain stitch will definitely be safe even if you will cut along the outline of embroidery,,,Actually I start making this as a belt patch design but when I complete I make a purse..huh..if you are not going to cut it,you can avoid zigzag stitch!

Then I start filling the design with sequins,my Mother suggest me to make a purse or pouch with this embroidery,I like her idea & I start spreading this design :)

Again first I make chain stitch outline & then filling with sequins!

Its the front & back side, you can see back side is not Much messy with threads,Ohhh,,this shape looks like butterfly too..isn't it?

My mother help me in sewing this purse,I am not good in sewing! Then I attach a rhinestones lace as a strip of my purse :)

Roses are Not usual in this severe cold..but daily I pluck 4,5 roses from my garden,Unique..isn't it?

Have a look at some of my other Zardosi embroidery posts!

One---Two---Three---Four

I HOPE you will like my work, Give it a try & Enjoy!

AND

If you want to make a waist belt with the same design you will have to do..

1- cut the embroidery design patch carefully

2- paste any thick fabric piece at back side

3- take any waist belt or broad ribbon & hand stitch the patch with the strip & you have done!

p.s have you noticed my cell casing above?be ready for its DIY next week :)

Creative Mind's Top Posts of 2011( A Recap )

2011-12-28T18:16:00.004+05:00

Assalam Alaikum my friends..
Its My Last post at my blog..Hey don't worry,just kidding *(*
Last post of this year :) Don't you feel 2011 passed with a rapid speed? I feel I write my blog post of 2010 Top Posts a few months back only..not 12 months back..hmm..I cant believe now I have been entered in 4th & last semester of my post graduation..where the time fly?..
Well I don't know how speedy was your 2011, but it was kinda runny year for me..but a best year as well.Thanks a billions times to Allah Almighty! Every day of my life is getting more perfect & most superb with the help of my God!
Now back to blog..
I share many tutorials at my blog this year & the top rated posts are showing below..so you can Enjoy again!!
Henna Designs Posts are maximum appreciated by my readers!

Henna Designs

Lantern 1

Lantern 2

Lantern 3

Henna Design

Henna Designed Box
Mod podge Creations

Pots painting

Shiny Stones

Designed Gift Box

Glasses case Decoupage

Chanel Paper bag

Leopard print Earrings

Jewelry & Accessories

Flower Necklace

Lace Flower Ring

Beaded Bangle

Bird Necklace

Accessory Hanger

Shell & pearls pendant

Picture pendant

Twisty Bracelet
PaPer Crafts

Fall Organizer

TP roll Cuff

Desk Organizer

TP roll Cuff

Document Files

Quilling Card

iPhone pouch

Quilling Card

I Have shared more tutorials in 2011 as compared to 2010..above top rated are 28!
I hope my blogging is interesting & inspiring for you all..Thanks for being with me & admiring my weird stuff :) your words are Really valuable for me *(*

~ A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL ~

Birthday of Quaid-e-Azam,Pakistan's Great Leader & Founder!

2011-12-25T14:09:00.002+05:00

Today Is a special day for Pakistanis, The Birthday of great Leader & Founder of Pakistan.
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah
We are enjoying our freedom Just because of this Man of Determination..

He was a Lawyer too!

"Father of Nation"is sleeping in this Tomb(Karachi)

Happy 135th Birthday to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah!
I am Proud to be a Pakistani *(*

DIY Pendant with Shells,Pearls & Clay Flower

2011-12-21T20:40:00.000+05:00

Assalam Alaikum Friends,
I forgot to tell you about my exams,well I was away! Now back to blog after 10 days with another jewelry making post,I cant stop my hands from jewelry making :)

I make this glass pendant & use many little things here:) It was a square glass pendant & I fix some pearls,cone shells & a dough flower at this & at the end I add some Mod Podge Dimensional Magic over it,for fixing these finely

Its an easy & quick idea, lets catch the how-to!!

Process

You will need =
-A chain & Glass pendant
-few pearls
-tiny cone shells
-any dough flower(this red rose is my handmade)
-some plastic fall leaves,& beads
-Mod Podge Dimensional Magic

simply you will fix all things at glass pendant,& then you will pour some Magic over it..yes DM liquid will fix all perfectly & its transparent too :)
Let it dry for almost 1-2 hours

DONE!!

I make this tutorial late night,(a few weeks back) usually my study time is late night,but here m studying how to make a pendant...you can see..haha

(BTW Text Book Development is NOT an easy subject! huh)

Jewelry making is FUN really, you must try someday, I am sure you will love to wear your handmade jewelry :)

One...Two...Three(this post)Four=coming soon Five...All Necklace Tutorials.
I am enjoying my creations,I hope you will also like these..!
Have a Lovely Day!

p.s..Its -2 temperature today,I want snow fall now!! Last snowfall here was in January 2008!!

DIY Accessory Holder/Hanger, Dual Sided Fun !

2011-12-12T00:02:00.001+05:00

Assalam Alaikum(peace be upon you)!

I have some Jewelry collection which is mostly packed in jewelry boxes,Not in any organized way! I always want to keep them in a Creative way & my Creative Mind was thinking about it from a few months...just Thinking..but finally I have DONE something!!,In my previous post,I reveal this creation,I was so excited when I make this Jewelry/Accessory hanger or Holder..whatever you would like you can say :)

If you will remember my post in which I talk about some Re-Recycling of my creations..so this post is a Reuse Recycling of one of my past creation!

Do you have any guess?Its a reuse of my WHICH (not witch)creation??

Its a Dual Sided Hanger,,front side is for hanging Earrings & back side is perfect for hanging necklaces, chains or bracelets!

You can see some nails here,these are weaving pillars basically! Its still a weaving frame too!the one side nails I am using for hanging chains & the other one is for rings! you still have some place too!

I place some hair catchers & a colorful cuff at empty space! too much fun!!

This hanger is a complete accessory holder now!

But you cant hang Big rings on its nails, (so I wear this big one ) This Red clay ring is My Handmade.I made some little dough flowers & arrange with some rhinestones around :)
Now its time to show you How I make this useful Organizer..holder..etc,, Lets have a look at tutorial now:)

YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE;

= A square frame..if any weaving frame is around it will be perfect!
My frame is already having nails on its two sticks,as you can see in these pics! but you have to fix some nails or hooks on it for hanging your thingies :)
= Jute fabric,
= A scissor,
= rough packing sheet & Mod Podge
(I will recommend my Pakistani Readers (who can't avail mod podge here) to take Movileth German Glue easily available everywhere in PK

===PROCESS===

-First I peel off the sheet from my frame! Actually it was a wall art before :)
-Cut the fabric according to your frame size,leave some extra 2,3"of fabric
-Glue it & dont worry if the fabric is hard to handle from corners or curves,when you will paste the paper sheet over it..everything will be hidden :) Yay..

-Paste two sides first & then leave it for 2 hours,until it will get 100% dry!
-Then paste the fabric on other two sides, Now the most important thing is to paste it tightly & stretch it well,if it will be loose,the frame will not look good!!so be careful about stretched fixing of fabric!

Now the frame is Ready!You can see on both sides jute fabric is perfectly pasted & almost dry!

Now you will cut some strips according to frame sticks size, so you will hide the all four sides with sheet :)

Now its Done, dont be late in hanging your earrings over it :)

These are a few things which i have made,you may remember my Leopard print earrings..hmmm
the others i will show you soon :)

This was my Wall Art frame..the canvas sheet was dirty now & I torn it :) now the frame has been converted into a useful thing, I would like to tell you that I have done my this purse weaving on this same weaving frame..its still useful for weaving too..

My Hand Weaved Purse

Weaving is just fun, & with ribbons,it was interesting too..tell me if you would like to see any weaving tutorial any day? I will use the same jewelry hanger+weaving frame for weaving any stuff :)
My today's post is getting so long, but I hope you enjoy :) Oh yes,I have shared a few upcoming thingies here at my hanger,below is a pendant,I will share soon!

Have a Well & Organized Day!

No-Sew Sweater/Cardigan Restyle with Leather

2011-12-07T16:38:00.001+05:00

Hello All,
How is your winter going on? I am enjoying mine smartly! doing lots of artistic/craftistic work & enjoying winter,do you know why I am crafting many things these days? actually from next month finals of my 3rd semester are going to start & then I will not have much time for making things, so its good to prepare somethings before..I like to write posts in blogger's drafts & I just click whenever I am busy but want to post something! cool..?
My Today's Post is another Sweater Restyle Idea,(you can see my previous sweater restyle posts HERE & HERE, Its my mother's sweater,she wear this one rarely & it was almost extra, One day I ask her about doing any experiment on it & she give me permission easily..(*usually she don't) hehe

One of my aunt give me some leather, she bought it for making a handbag but her health & little boy is not allowing her to sew anything..so she give it to me..
(Her one boy is 23 years old & the other is just 3..this 20 years gap between two ,is just Miracle..isnt it..?)
heyyy..where I am going..back to the post..

Have a look at this before & after image.
Now come to the easy peasy Tutorial/DIY..I am sure you will enjoy! if anything feeling hard,feel free to write me..

=======PROCESS=======

you will need to have a leather piece(must be thin)
-Scissor
-fabric glue
-circle pattern
-black sequins

-Cut 25 circles of leather in an accurate size of pattern(23 needed but extra is good)
-Make the shapes according to the directions below in diagrams.
-Start Pasting with any fabric glue,UHU is a perfect one for fabric but I am using this on sweater stuff first time,so I am NOT sure about its after wash condition..In picture 2,I am having needle & thread too(marked) ,so you can stitch too if you are embellishing on any brand new sweater..

I make these Diagrams with my *Finger Tip on my iPhone's screen..I hope you will understand easily!!
-cut circle,fold once in half & then fold again

- Cut the little folded piece from all three sides & when you will open it will be in a cool shape
*TIP;
you can try the shape on any rough paper piece first, so you can save your leather from rough shapes!

For the little square shape,you will cut a circle simply in 4..you will fill the design easily with these..

I was trying to make something on arms but I think the design will get more thick,which will look odd..well I stop it just in front of the sweater/cardigan..

So what do you think about my today's post? Would you like to try this for your sweater or cardigan..even you can try it on any shirt too..It will be the easiest gift for your Mom/sis/aunti/cousin/friend...etc..
This embellishment is wearable for all age groups too! & I know I have readers from 12 years old(Rapuncela from Poland) to 83years old ( LV from Texas). & so many in between :) every age group can wear this design(being a designer I will suggest it too :)
I am Lucky to have you all Lovelies..I hope you will like my today's post..if anything is feeling tough, feel free to ask me :)

1=Lace Cardigan DIY
2=Net Fabric Sweater DIY
P.S- Cant wait to show you my newest creation..a Jewelry/Accessory Hanger DIY...but wait plzzz!

DIY Leopard Print Hair Catcher With Dimensional Magic

2011-12-02T00:20:00.000+05:00

Hi Friends!
Do you have hair catchers? or I may ask do you have long hair for the hair catcher..haha..actually I am having some male readers too that's why I am asking this :) may be guys are not having long hair :)Well I have a collection of different hair catchers! in Plastic, Metal, Steel etc.. I was having Long hair but a month back after hair cutting, now my hair hardly can cross my shoulders! I cant make braid now.You can see my long hair in my THIS post,,huh..but now I am happy with this Short-Cut..haha..I never did any crafty experiments with hair catchers before, although I have done experiments with very unusual thingies too..yep,
Well Today I will show you How I make a matching hair catcher with my Leopard Print Shirt & Earrings..

Now move to its simplest How-to
You will need just a few things & you have DONE it :)

You will need;
Hair catcher(must have a plain surface for pasting fabric)
Matching fabric of your shirt
Glue & Mod Podge DM(if DM is not available you can use mod podge sparkle too)
Scissor
Glitter

First I peel off the previous velvet piece from hair catcher
I use it as a pattern for new fabric cutting
Then I paste it with glue(must be transparent like mod podge)
when the fabric will get dry then pour the Mod podge DM finely

When the Mod podge DM will get dry then make an outline on the print with glitter glue & again add some Magic over it :)
Andddddd now the catcher is ready to catch your hair :)
Oh yes You can see, my this catcher is hanging in my accessory organizer too..its an year back picture!

Tutorial of Accessory Hanger

I hope you will enjoy this another hair accessory DIY..so remake n restyle your hair catcher according to your dress! matching stuff is always cool...

Have a nice Day ~

Its 200th Post...Really!!!

2011-11-29T00:43:00.004+05:00

Hello Sweet Friends!
you know whats the difference today?? Yes its the 200th post... I cant believe how Smartly(i think so) I have reached here ! I feel good to write this post but believe me I don't know what to write today! I have saved many drafts in my blogger but I think nothing is suitable for my today's post :)
Well I am happy & I would like to share some popular things from my blog,these things are appreciated by my readers mostly!

I remember when i start blogging it was start of my Masters study! & now from next month my last semester of Masters will start.. Where the time flies? Its such a pleasant time of my life!
I am having NO duties or responsibility these years! Such a cooool time it is :)
Well so many cool things I have been shared & Luckily I have been featured on almost 50 cool blogs!
I have so many friends from almost every country,How nice you all are..!

And yes today I change my blog's design a little :)
what about this new look? Actually I have a new iPhone app in which I got 8000 wall papers of iPhone...so This wallpaper was among one of my favorite these days,so I decide to make its header for blog! Is it looking good?(tell me honestly plz!! Or Do you want this? contact me via e-mail & I will send you the same but blank version of header & badges :) FREE :)

kkcreativemind@hotmail.com

One thing more..I read this somewhere& I think its a FACT..

People say, they Love rain

But

When it rains, they search an umbrella

People say, they Love sun

But

when it shines, they search for Shade

People say, they Love the wind,

But

when it blows,they close their windows..

That's why I just smile when People say...

They Love Me...

Have a Nice Day!

Anthro Inspired Necklace(with a charm piece)

2011-11-23T14:50:00.001+05:00

Are you a fan of Anthropologie? I like their cool stuff & enjoy browsing more n more specially in their jewelry side :) Well I saw their latest range a few days back & few of their necklaces & charm pieces inspired me a lot, even these were so easy to make! I make 2 necklaces & believe me its totally easy to make..it will be a pleasure too that you are enjoying this without paying much!

15 $

Its my version!

1 $ only!!

Is it cool or Not?? I got this chilli shape marble piece from a key chain piece! I like it much & I was not using this as a key chain, but when i saw the Anthro charm, I thought its the perfect way to use my blue marble chilli in a necklace :) :)
Check out the "1,2,3,4 & done" Tutorial :)

1- you will need a pearl necklace ,its available everywhere but if you cant, you can also take a chain(reuse too)
2- nosepliers & a chain piece(i hope you can get this from your jewelry box :)
3- Be sure to make an exact center if you are adding this in any beaded necklace!
4- Add it & fix it in the center & you have done it :)
It will take hardly your 5 minutes! & you will have a cool necklace in hand..(may be around your neck :)

Ohh..sorry !! its me :) working late, late night *(* but luckily this time tutorial pics quality is not so bad :)

I cant stop my hands from photo editing fun!

Hopefully you will also have fun..give it a try & enjoy!
Lots of Love!

Somethings are OUT Now!

2011-11-20T16:46:00.001+05:00

In Previous weeks our house was messy because of whitewash,Specially my Craft room(so called) stuff was huge! I pack things with much effort & when my mother enter the room she said, why dont you throw these poor recycled stuff OUT..i was not feeling well at this suggestion but at the end when i saw things are not easy to handle, then I throw somethings OUT.In garbage..I will tell you which things I lost from my creations..but i can always see these on my blog sidebar & then a sigh of Huh..! :)

I think I have shared this image in any previous post!

You Must believe its a Treasure!! My Textile & Fashion Designing Paper work & sketch books are so precious for me..So I always call these Treasure! But its looking like Trash! I will show you the Treasure soon!
Well I will tell you which things I have lost for-ever..

My Useful Organizer

The ribbons were getting loose so they were not looking well!

TP Tube Wall Art

I can make a new more better then this

Foil sheet Wreath

Spring Wreath

Photo frame

I can make more any time, its so easy!

Egg Shell Flowers

They Break but No chick came out *(*

Fall Organizer

I have lost this most recent most useful fall organizer too :( I was in a mood of coloring these with poster paints!

Paper Chanel Bag

The Chain torn the punched spot..because i was packing things hurriedly!oops!

I have saved a few Item too..so i will re-recyle these things again! I hope You will not Mind as my Mother dont like my re-recycling idea :)
I will be back again with another cool post :)

Glass Paint & Calligraphy(a Thanksgiving Post)

2011-11-16T15:23:00.000+05:00

These days I am reading everywhere about "Thanksgiving" Its interesting & I think a very Important thing to do..I am sharing today some of my glass paint calligraphy pieces, I make these wall hangings for decorating several areas of my house, so I will show you these awesome wall hangings..

You know why I am saying these glass paintings"Awesome"??
because these writings are Holy Verses of Holy Quraan..That's why these are Awesome..No doubt!
Some of these are according to giving thanks to Allah, so I thought to share these with you!

My First glass paint is showing a Holy verse of Al'Quran, & the Translation of this verse is...THANKS GOD

This glass paint calligraphy wall hanging is fixed in my room above my looking mirror, & it always remind me sayings Thanks to Allah whenever I see myself in mirror.
We all must say Thanks many times daily to our God Almighty for His endless blessings !!

Because

And remember! Your Lord caused to be declared (publicly): "If ye are grateful, I will add more (favors) unto you,(Ibrahim 14:7) Al'Quran

This glass paint in hanging in our Dining area..

Translation of the Verse = The God Is the Best Provider

It was hard to take pics of these glass paintings ,because of the mirror reflection..oops, sometimes my hands & sometimes opposite wall was showing, so the writing & image was getting disturbed..well I manage all smartly..but now don't ask howww :) I cant explain how I stand at dining table for capturing an image :)

This above glass paint is hanging in our Kitchen..

Translation =It Is my God's Blessing.

This is the Great building of Masjid-e-Nabvi, The holy Tomb of our Prophet Muhammad(s.a.w.w.) I sketch with glass paint led & then paint it..you can see more about it here

see my flower Glass Paint post

Its always Nice to see the Holy Verses in a form of wall art, so we must say Thanks to Allah as much as we can..Not a single specific day..Daily & Always Give Thanks to Allah..

Have a Nice Day!

No Mystery..I Am A Textile Designer!

2011-11-14T16:25:00.001+05:00

Hello Friends,
As most of you people already know that I am a Textile Designer too & my Weaving,Embroidery & fabric paint projects on blog are because of my Textile study! I am having a degree in textile & fashion designing too :)
In my previous post I ask about a Mystery Image..(which is showing below)So it may not be a mystery so long..These Designs are my Paper work of Textile Designs.

These are Poster/oil painted designs & patterns of Textiles..so you can click the last hint 5-Mixture of all :)
These are my own designs & creativity! not a single inspiration.. using summer & winter colors..etc..Most of these are free hand, some patterns are floral & some are geometrical too..
So would you like to see a sneak peak??
Detailed posts are coming soon :)
Have a look!

Seems cool??

Well you know what I am thinking about these..I am having a plan to use all these Paper work as a wall art of my craft room..so these will not be packed in a pocket again for so long!(as i forgot about these previously)

During house paint last month, When i was packing & collecting my crafty materials for shifting upstairs I found many things from my textile design studies..mostly paper work & some patterns too..The packing of my crafty materials was hectic..how to preserve things & how to pack all..oops! hectic
Well in future I will share my so called Treasure with you friends :) I hope you will like these..

Have a Nice Day!

Guess What Is This...?

2011-11-11T22:45:00.001+05:00

Today I am sharing a Mystery Image..No Tutorial today!!

You have to drop your words that what do you think about this package? so What It Can Be?

Some Hints are,,,

1-Fabric Pieces?
2-Poster Paintings?

3-Textile Designs?

4-Oil Pastels Patterns?
5-Painted Canvases?

6-Mixture Of All Above.......???

In coming days I will post above mysterious thingies on & off, (these are so many!showing in a one pack) hopefully you will LIKE :)

Ribbon Work Designed Floral Shirt Making

2011-11-10T08:12:00.003+05:00

Hello All,,
My Today's post is Interesting for those who like doing experiments with color combinations :) I have done this color experiment a few weeks back! but the turn out was Nice..I have shared my black & white color obsession with you in my previous post! well I collect material one day but during those days house white wash started & I was too busy in other duties! After getting free from other stuff I start Making this Shirt Embellishment with ribbons & Ribbon flowers..First I thought to do Ribbon Embroidery but the fabric was not good one according to thick ribbon embroidery,Actually I have bought broad ribbons which may disturb the fabric weave if I try some Embroidery !
I am Extraordinary in LOVE with Pearls & crystals..so I also use Pearls here..

First Look !!

& Now the whole Project..I complete this whole shirt within 4 days! ( I am really an Active girl..wohoo..but sometimes only,,haha)

I select Red, Green & Yellow Ribbons with a broad Pink Ribbon! I also try some paper work with markers! sorry i have missed the pic of paper work somewhere in my folders..oops!

First You will need to make some Ribbon Flowers for embellishing your shirt..the simplest how-to is above..
1- make running stitch at one border side of your ribbon
2- when you will pull the thread it will be like a ruffly round piece!
3- then you will have to make stitches & a proper knot of thread at both sides of ribbon ,so the flower will be ready!
4- cut extra thread & ribbon in vertical line, so the flower will not be disturbed!

You can also check my another tutorial of these Flower Making
So you will repeat the process of Flower making several times..I make so many! at start it will take some time but after making 10 flowers, your hand will work very well :) in flow :)

The First sneak peak at my shirt's neckline..hmm..
First stitch the Pink ribbon, Then green,yellow & red!
After sewing, take needle & thread & start embellishing your shirt with little flowers :)

Its the Shirt's border..again Pink, green, Yellow & red too.

After sewing embellish flowers with needle n thread!

In first row I use one yellow-One green.then the second row was one red between every green n yellow..so its the color combination :) with black & white!

Its not completed in above pic! even without ironing, I was not in a mood of sharing this pic but its a before image :) actually it was late night & i was at my bed :)

Wohoo..Its completed Now!! You can also see my scarf (folded)in the picture below!

Its the Arm design..

Here is a FACT, I am not a friend of sewing machine!! I touch the sewing machine once in 6 months..Believe Me..let me think when i touch the sewing machine last time..but the thing which really Amaze me that I stitch Ribbons not so bad,, my mother doubt that I will not be able to stitch these slim ribbons strait & without any mess..but I have done it smartly..hmm
well there is a tip which my friend told me once that during ribbon sewing, always place a thick brown paper under your fabric piece, so it will not disturb the ribbons! Well I follow this tip & its working!
I will enjoy wearing this Hand bag with this dress..What do you think?have you checked my previous post about this bag?

Tutorial of this Handbag

I hope this will be an easy & interesting post for you! So if you liked it, or any suggestion about it, feel free to write me..
Have a colorful day!
(p.s I know how to add colors in any black & white life :)

Are You Inspired..#5

2011-11-09T02:10:00.000+05:00

Hello All,

Today I am going to share another Inspired by Creative Mind post,I feel so nice when you Lovelies create more interesting stuff then my Creative Mind's stuff :) All the best to all of you friends! you are always amazing!

Well My today's inspired blogger friend is an amazing crafter, she is so perfect in her tutorial sharing, I am sure you will enjoy her whole blog..So now check out the Inspired Creativity of today!

PC is from Malaysia, She has inspired by my TP roll Fall organizer

Now check PC's Smart version below!

Cool :)

Its an interesting jewelry organizer..No Doubt!!!

I hope you would like to see the complete tutorial of this rotatable organizer..So click HERE to check the complete tutorial :) you will have lots of fun! Say Hi to her & she will like to have you!
& If you are among those who are Inspired by Creative Mind & wanna feature here ,simply CREATE anything inspired by my blog's creativity & get featured!
(Dont forget to grab the "Featured On" button from my blog's sidebar)
Have a Great day,

Hajj & Eid Mubarak ! Enjoy Eating & Outing :)

2011-11-07T17:23:00.000+05:00

Assalam Alaikum!(peace be upon you)
Today is Eid festival here in Pakistan! I know my Arab,US & European friends have been celebrated their Eid festival yesterday(the difference is because of lunar dates & moon sight) So how was your Eid? Have you Enjoyed the Eid holiday? well my Eid day is going on wonderfully with Eating, Cooking, Enjoying with family, relatives, friends etc..! I forgot to take pic of my cute Goat which was our Eid animal, such a smart guy :) Actually This holiday is a festival of sacrifice!

I wish everybody Enjoy Eid festival with the real meanings of sacrifice! Allah bless you all with lots of Happiness & success! Aamin.
The picture above is an original scene of Hajj Pilgrimage which held every year in Makkah(Saudi Arabia) Its a Largest Pilgrimage of the World.I Wish I can be a part of this greatest blessing! (InshaAllah in coming years)
Hajj Mubarak & Eid Mubarak to whole Muslim Ummah!
Well A family Dinner is waiting for me today :) Lots of FUN :) its evening here & I have to run for getting ready!!

p.s I have scheduled a few posts for this busy week! I hope you will enjoy!

DIY Leopard Print Earrings With Mod Podge Dimensional Magic

2011-11-03T16:47:00.000+05:00

Hello All,

A few months ago i got a pack of Mod Podge Dimensional Magic from sweet Amy, I really enjoy when I work with it :) & Now I am in love with this cool product! If you will remember,I have done a Picture Pendant before, Now a few weeks back I make a pair of Matching Earrings with the fabric of my shirt :) Today I will share its Tutorial with you all sweeties!!

Ok first tell me where are my earrings in the picture below..???

Have you pointed out the pair of earrings above?? Hahaha..I try to trick you a little :) :)
Now have a look further!

Now move on to the complete Tutorial !

You will need to have above material..
Silver sheet
fabric
scissor
Mod Podge+ DM
A pair of earrings
stickers as pattern!

========PROCESS========

1= Paste paper stickers on sliver sheet & cut it perfect!
2= apply glue & paste fabric over it..
3= when it will get dry cut from outer sides,(extra fabric)
4= complete your oval shaped earring piece!

Separate carefully the bead of earring

Make a hole with needle & add the earring lid into it

Now pour the Mod Podge DM carefully & let it dry for 2 hours

I apply two more coats over it but after its getting dry!
Then I take a glitter glue tube & apply silver glitter around the design & I think its not bad!! you can see the difference in the middle image!

My Black & White Color Obsession these days :)

Well you can see my black n white leopard print shirt..

My leopard print shirt & my hand designed fabric & metal patch! this patch is made with metal pieces! i cut some antique jewelry pieces & arrange these on a patch! I hope you have enjoyed this!
Well a month back I went for shopping & I dont know why i shop black color a lot! I bought leopard prints, lining prints but all are in black & white color :)
In winter, black n white is my maximum desired color, even i bought crockery too in black color & my Mother laugh at my this color obsession madness!! hehe

These two(above n below) are fabrics,before stitching!

The above A Line shirt is ready to wear! white color is also here :)

At last my Mother force me to shop some colorful stuff & I bought the two colored dresses too!finally!!( although I was having an eye on a very beautiful total white dress, that was embellished with white stones n pearls with embroidery too..hmmm!!!)

It seems Anthro Inspired :) :)?? but you know Anthropologie is not popular here at all !! Well I like this,
I wish I can Model all my dresses but!!! who will capture the pics?? sorry buddies! that's why I cant be a Model at my blog!

P.S These days I am doing multicolor Ribbon Embroidery on a black & white lining printed shirt..hahaha but really! very soon an embroidery post will be published :)

Have a Colorful Day(not black n white)

Are You Inspired..# 4

2011-11-02T08:18:00.001+05:00

How are you all dear friends! I am sorry I am not posting my different themed series regularly! I am having a busy schedule as always , so i am away sometimes! Well Today I am going to share another Inspired by Creative Mind post, I hope you will enjoy my today's post too,

Karima is having a beautiful craft blog, you will enjoy many craft & sewing tutorials at her blog! She like my Henna Designed Paper Lanterns

She got inspired by my above Paper lantern & she have done a cute Lantern, Have a look at her version now!

Click to see Karima's Paper Lantern Tutorial

Karima's kids Enjoy making of these colorful Lanterns! Her kids are so cute (MashaAllah)

I know Kids can craft very well..

I hope you will say Hi to Karima, & if you will follow her she will definitely follow you back, she is such a sweet gal I know :)
Have a Creative Day!!

Paper Quilling Card Tutorial (Handmade Eid Card)

2011-10-27T22:26:00.002+05:00

Hello All..

This week my schedule was a bit messy! We have hired some workers for the whole house paint, I am busy these days in packing & managing the stuff !! how tough it is to pack every cupboard stuff & so many little things :) well it was hectic but finally its going on perfect! I shift my crafty material from my so called craft room to my upstairs study room. my mother was forcing me to throw many recycled things in garbage..& i really throw a few things OUT but i fix several things in boxes nicely.I was thinking about re-recyling too..hehehe,I will show you someday about my re-recycled stuff :) I hope you will enjoy !

I was not having internet access for a few days too, all cables were plugged off,well sorry if i miss any of my blogger buddies posts, I will be back soon!

I am not doing any crafts these days! my today's post is from drafts!, i just edit a little..

If you would remember that I make a few Card Paper Files, i make this card with the scrappy stuff of those files, :)

I like paper crafts & quilling is the most beautiful form of paper craft, I love the intricate shapes,So have a look at my today's colorful post!

** Remember, this quilling is without any tool..totally handmade :)

This was the final look of my scrappy stuff card:)

I place flowers in this position just to check design(its not pasted in above pic)

you will need these things for making of this card,

colorful card sheet(i m using turquoise)

colored papers

Paper cutter, Glue,scale

---------Process----------

Cut some strips of paper with cutter, don't cut with scissor plz!

if you are trying quilling first time, you may draw some lines at paper for perfect strip cutting!

Take a strip & roll it with your finger & toe, make a little roll & glue it,(follow above directions)
then you will press the roll for making its Diamond shape :)

Glue the ends & now you are ready for pasting these on cards

Now cut a few strips,then fold & cut minutely,then you will stretch the strip so it will be a ruffly strip!

do not cut it till the end..

Take the rolled central bud & wrap the ruffled strip around it !

Wrap the ruffly strip & glue at the end

simply press with thumb & you will see a beautiful flower :)

now its ready for pasting on your card!

Now start making the card! you have done the accessories of card above!!!

now lets see the card making!

I paste strait paper strips as a border, you can also cut with designing scissor!

make this S shape design with strip!

You can place the little things as you like, I place these roughly just to check other versions,but finally i come up with the strait design!

Now My Favorite Thing ~ Edited Pictures ~

This above one is my favorite :)

Tell me if you would like to know about these Picture Editing Tutorials..? I have shared a post about how to signature any image, so if you feel my way to explain How-To is easy, you can write me, i will like to share any photo editing tutorial :)

You can also check my previous paper quilling card tutorials

Link

I hope you will enjoy my today's post, excuse me for my busy routine! but I always try to keep in touch with you all Lovelies..

Its totally a handmade card, you can present quilled card to your family & friends, at festivals too..Muslim's Holy Festival EID is coming soon, I will definitely make some more cards for others & i hope you will also enjoy making of these cards!!

Any Question? feel free to write your words in comment form, i will definitely explain more :)

Truck Art Inspired Clay Pots Painting Tutorial

2011-10-20T00:16:00.001+05:00

Hello Friends,

Have you checked my post about Pakistani Truck Art? my post was featured at many cool blogs, i notice this colorful art was unique for outsiders specially! well I am always lucky to be a Pakistani, I cant count tons of blessings of Allah Almighty..

My Today's post is a colorful post which is inspired by Truck Art..I was thinking about sharing any DIY about truck art designs..there are so many ideas but i have done two clay pots with you right now!

A few days back i saw these two rough pots in my dining area, these were so simple..(although i made these Simple 3 months back) these were in white color & there were green n black hand painted bamboo drawing by any Chinese artist..actually i received this as a gift from my friend at my birthday!

within a few months, the white color get dusty & was not looking so perfect..the surface was sandy so dust fixed in it..although i clean this on n off but at the end one day i paint it with spray paint & they get shiny & cool...

I always like shiny things, last day in class my friend saw my glittery shoes & ask "why you like shiny stuff too much? most of your accessories are shiny" & you know whats the fact i told her?

i thought my blog readers may also have this question any day so why not to tell you all this Secret..

I reply my friend that I like shiny things most & the only reason behind this is MY NAME..my name is Kiran & its meaning is SUNSHINE or any thing which shine like a SUN :0 so Its compulsory for me to love Shine :)

I am too talky today! now move on to the post!

These are clay pots & i design these with poster paints,

The end result..

Now move to the complete How-To

May be a few lovelies like the before image more then "After" (as i like ,,hehe)

Before starting my work, I did some free hand paper work but i make totally different from this..haha

i am sharing this just because of those friends, who will not like my version, so there is an option to follow my above pattern if they like :)

well first make sketch!

easy way!! Just follow the above steps..

I make this design without keeping any pattern in mind :) i just think & apply! my paper work is useless here..ohhhooo

Ignore my free hand mistakes, i know zigzags are not perfect!!!

Apply Mod Podge now!

I have done it..

What do you think..is it looking like truck art motives, i make these vases late night & i saw the blue color was dry & i cant apply blue..well i think blue was necessary here & without blue its not Rocking!! well i complete it..

I hope you will enjoy my tutorial & the colorful pots too..

Have a lovely day!!

DIY Fall Flowers & Make an Organizer

2011-10-13T22:31:00.001+05:00

Hello All..

How is your fall season going on..? & if you want to know about me.. its not totally fall here but evening time is windy! daily when i move back from university after taking evening classes, i feel my feet are freezing :) hehe..day time is hot n sunny but evening & nights are getting coooool :) hopefully after ONE rain it will be totally fall here :)

Now Get Set Ready for an another Creative post about fall !!

Its one of my favorite recycling stuff! yay..the Toilet paper roll tube :) Well Have a look at my crazy, cool creation!

Seems interesting??

Want to know the How-To??

Ok sweetiesss i will share definitely :) Have a look below !!

You will need 3 paper roll tubes

Scissor

Steel thumb pins or board pins!

card paper Packing material

----------------------Process-------------------

Cut the tubes from center & cut several strips with TWO tubes!

turn the sides of strips inner as shown above

Make all strips corners curved & rolled

then arrange these as you can see above!

at the end punch the pin & glue it too..

The flower is ready!

I like playing pics with editing :)

This is the basic idea, Now you can use these flowers for so many purposes, like wall decore, photo frames border, you can make a bouquet as well & fill any vase with these flowers :) as fall flowers!

so many ideas..now its over to you..how you make something! be sure to inform me whenever you make anything inspired by Creative Mind :) I will like to feature your effort here at CM :)

Now check My further Effort :)

You will take a card paper packing sheet, then cut it according to your paper roll tube, & paste it..

Pin the flowers with roll tube as above picture

For making the flower with paper tube, you will cut the tube from center & make several strips with a single base

Now roll the card & turn the edges a little

I forgot to add a step here, you will take a paper & roll it n add it as a central bud of flower!

The other flower is ready Now!!

I think its ExtraOrdinary fall showing in this above image :) hehe

I want to add a few colors...

Its a bit better !!! i think so...

Well i have shared both versions, you can also paint it with any spray paint, or u can apply poster colors too!

I hope you will enjoy this idea & it will be unique..Thanks for your visit (in advance)

Have a Nice day

Lots of Love

Henna Designed Paper Lanterns

2011-10-07T12:22:00.002+05:00

Hello All Sweeties,
Today I am going to share another Henna designed Paper Lantern, As always i make both of these lanterns without any pattern & free hand, i just take paper & henna cone & start applying so simply at the end i got these smart designs!
I hope you will like my Designs! so have a look at my work :)

The Green Springy !!

The White Vibrant !!

I play with some photo editing modes, i really enjoy when it turned out black n white..hmmm

it seems totally different from the colored designed version :)

Now do you want to see some colors?

AND

Now Have a look at the simplest How-To...

First you will need to have a A4 sized paper sheet

A henna cone

A bunch of colorful markers!

& now simply start applying designs on paper

If you are not a design master, it doesn't matter,

simply print out my above black n white pattern & then take a butter paper, simply copy the design & paste on your sheet

After pasting the pattern,you will just apply henna on design simply,when henna get dry you will use color markers for restyling its simplicity :)

I did a Magic here, i apply Mod Podge here! & the sheet was shiny at the end, i hope the henna herb will not fell off at any curve!

Be sure to apply a very thin layer,otherwise the paper will damage because of wetness!!!

Lets take a double sided tape & use it at one side of lantern

now its ready to send someone.....oh yes! I have posted this lantern to one of my sweet friend!

I Dont know you like or not but i like the above image so much!!!

Well

Move on to the next Paper lantern,

Again you will repeat the same method of applying,drying,coloring & Enjoying *(*

How about this one :)

Although my camera work is not so good but i manage a little with editing :)

What about it now!!

I like it :) i hope my friend will also enjoy these colorful lanterns!

Well here is an opportunity for you now!You can buy my paper lanterns, contact me at kkcreativemind@hotmail.com

See my previous lanterns HERE

Have a lovely day!

HAPPILY Free from Teaching Practice :)

2011-10-03T21:01:00.000+05:00

Hello Friends,

As most of you know that I am doing my post graduation in Education subject.so Teaching Practice was a compulsory task for me in this semester,.. i was doing many interesting things for my studies, some paper work & then some other activities about school & students, well my today's post is all about sharing a few of my work, which i have done a few days back!

Have a look please,

This was my visual board for teaching Science's topic"Recycling"

now check out the How-To....

Remember my Previous Visual Boards,again i pick the same colors for its base!

First i color the base (thermopol sheet) then i paste the print outs & some hand drawings over it & cut it with cutter & soldering wire

simply paste it & the model boards are ready!

I like painting a lot, i love colored hands during painting, i never avoid my hands from paints, so what, paint will remove..just chill :)

step by step i complete the board! then i have to make a wall chart related to the same subject!

So this was my wall chart :)

My 2nd final lesson was on topic "Welfare State" so now i am showing the duties of a welfare state in the model below!

& this wall chart is about welfare state duties, I pick this topic from Pak-studies book!

Now i will show you my final lesson :)

The remarks at the end of the lesson...............

Now have a look at 2nd file;

Teacher's Remarks;

You can see the both files covers in my previous post HERE

Not a single student of my class got the "Excellent" remark from teachers, mostly people have "Good & Very Good" but i was the only one enjoyed "Excellent" on my work! my friends were Really Jealous ..well what i can do now, but i also appreciate their efforts! they were also nice! no doubt :)

hey, there is another Most interesting thing about my lesson..at the end of the final lesson, my teacher announce that they will save 5 files & 5 boards for showing future-upcoming students as a model piece, my files were selected from up to 300 files of students :) yahoo *(* & the school principal said that my model boards will be placed & displayed in principal office,! this was a wonderful feeling for me when the principal ask me about it & I said happily"Of course sir, i have already gifted my previous boards to your school, so i will like to gift these again for your office..

My result will be uploaded at the university website within a few weeks but i already know a little about my result, i am not waiting much :)

Well these were my happy moments of a nice day..i was blessed with lots of appreciation & i was successful in presentation :) Thanks God

I hope you all have a lovely successful day!

Beaded Colorful Bracelet

2011-09-30T22:59:00.000+05:00

Hello Everybody!

I hope you are having nice time & enjoying your fall season..its not totally fall here in my city but weather is changing smartly now!

so lets start today's post,This is another easy idea for a colorful beaded bracelet,

ONCE UPON A TIME....(almost two months back) I make this beaded bracelet..i really feel that its extraordinary easy! Luckily there was my cell phone(Nokia not iPhone) was around & i start taking pics step by step..

but be sure to ignore my hairy arms...promise?

Ok lets see now!

What about this now,isnt it a colorful combination?i like its twists & turns :) yes!!

You will just need to have a few colorful beads,

a wire

& a nose pliers

& follow the simple steps above & below :)

---------- Process ------------

add the beads in a 10" long wire piece,

then turn both sides to lock the beads in a wire!

then start twists & turns according to your beautiful arm(must not be hairy as mine)

with the help of nose pliers, you will make its exact position for your arm !!

& then i add a tiny tussle at its one end !!

& thats it...

when you will place your bracelet at any surface the shape will look like above circle in circle!!!

oh yes again!!

During making of this bracelet & while playing with this beaded wire once i make a superb shape..hmmm..a colorful Heart...& a sweet heart...

isn't it lovely??

Remember i have shared a news about winning a scissor holster so i received the package finally! i would like to share with you :)

Its a cool WIN :) i like the non stick scissors cutting!!

I won just one cover but i receive two beautiful covers!How sweet!

Okay Now! At this SUNDAY 2nd October,, i will deliver my final two lessons of teaching practice course in school! students will be my class fellows & there will be a panel of supervisors, including vice principal & regional director etc..& i will deliver my lesson in front of all these people..very soon i will share my latest Visual boards, which i have done for my lesson! my topics are Recycling(science) & Welfare state(social studies)..i have done the model boards today!

so please pray for my best result!

How-To Make Colorful Document Files

2011-09-25T17:56:00.000+05:00

Hello All..
During my Teaching practice sessions, i was in need of a colorful folder for my documents, for keeping all working lesson plans in hand & for some other record papers etc..our teacher says,she dont want to see plain files in any hand! everybody must have a designed file for plans!
SO i make a few colorful files, actually i was too busy in my work while making these files, so i forgot to take step by step pics, i will like to show you today about my colorful creations, i hope i will not bore you!!

Cool?
Colorful?
Creative?
Crazy?
Clumsy?
dash-dash-dash-dash....what do you think?

during working on this color scheme, i was thinking about my tons of lovely Spanish friends..yellow+red..Spanish scheme :) i like it

first i cut the card paper & fold it like a file,
then i cut some strips with designing scissor, & simply paste it over the file
then i cut some slim strips in blue color for fixing between red strips!
At the end, i take golden glitter glue & make outline with it,& with green glitter glue i make these tiny flowers :) I also fill the strips with glitter zigzag design,my thumb was getting tired much after pushing tube lots of zigzagzzzzzzzz !!

This is another colorful :)
I weave with a few strips & fix the patch in the center!! looking well?
Oh yes, i paste a round looking mirror in the central point!!

now the above red,green,yellow file is my less favorite..i think i have used much glitter here..
hmmm...

I take two colored foamic sheets & free hand make some flowers with pencil & cut it simply!
then paste flowers on card paper file & apply glitter!(but a little not much as i have applied)

hmmm

when glitter will get dry, then punch & add ribbon in it..i take pics before punching...

After a huge effort & hard work..i got these remarks from my teacher...huhhh..

these are Remarks!! the kid above in 2nd pic was a part of my lesson plan on different stages of human life..so i paste a tons of pics at every age group! that's why i got good remarks, believe me my teacher is very stingy in writing good remarks,,,hehe,sorry!
These days i am not much crafty..my creativity is working most on my studies, you know what i m going to do this week?for my final lesson presentation?

I color all these & then i will cut these as i cut in my previous boards

its paper work going on, very soon i will share models of my finished visual aid..my one model topic is Recycling..i am working on Recycling boards,its my favorite thing to think about!!!as you know very well :)

p.s. 600 followers..hmmm..love you all..my goodness to have you all friends!
Oh yes, any suggestion or idea(about compiling these pics on visual board)will be highly appreciated..so please help me & share your awesome ideas & mind about it :)

DIY Bangle with Beads

2011-09-21T19:41:00.000+05:00

Hello friends,
I Have dozens of glass bangles, although i dont like wearing much bangles & bracelets but i Love to collect different sets..i have many bangle sets,in every color & with every look,like embellished beads,sequins,antique look & many other..well talking about plain glass bangles which are not expensive like others,a few days back i saw my bangles stand & i notice that mostly sets are getting faded & with vanished glitter..but i am not in a mood of throwing these out..well i got an idea in my mind for refashioning these oldies :)
Now you have to enjoy some cheap fun ,its so easy & interesting to make this beaded bangle, so what..if the bangles are getting fade or useless, now you can refresh these with your own style..yay..so don't be late in catching this simplest how-to..
Have Funnn...

This is the final look, i know its a bit simple but when you will have 6,8 bangles like this so you will feel its ok, not simple..here i commit a blunder, you can see 2,3 beads are missing,i notice this at the end but it was too late!! you must manage & arrange all before, then start your work.when i check my stash i like the turquoise color combination with silver bangle..well i start making this but the beads were not sufficient basically!!!

You will need some beads, & two oldy, faded bangles,
add the beads in elastic thread & make a bracelet type loop, then paste the both bangles with glue & when glue gets dry, you will simply fix & paste the loop over it (between both bangles curve)
So enjoy the bangle with a new look,
Within 5 minutes you will wear this bangle,,well i hope you will enjoy this idea, so dont be late in making some colorful bangles of your own style,
& if you feel its not good then............no problem its OK..dont make any :) hahaha
I have many boring bangles & now so many ideas are flying in my mind..let me search a net gun for catching a lot of time,then i will make tutorials & then i will share more ideas that how you can refashion your old bangles into a new different look :)
Have a Fun Day!!

Are You Inspired..# 3

2011-09-19T21:05:00.001+05:00

Hello All Friends,
These days i have entered in my last phase of teaching practice..30th of September will be the last date of my this routine!then i will be free from this hard routine of studying & teaching..Teaching is a hard thing to do..but learning how to teach is an extra-ordinary hard thing! believe me !!!
Well back to the today's post,Today I am going to share two smart blogger's inspired creativity, I am sure you people will like both ,so first meet Monique, she is from South Africa..

I hope you remember my Spring Necklace Tutorial..

This was an easiest DIY from me, I feel nice that many people were in love with this post..thank you so much lovelies..!!

Now its Monique Version, Visit her & enjoy her cute necklace!!

She have followed my technique for her necklace but her version is cool :) what do you think..?now read the full post at Naturally Me Creations
I am sure you will enjoy her post :)

I will like to share another sweet friend's inspired effort here,
remember my this henna designs post,

&Now...

Enjoy Bella's Henna application effort..she has done smart job,

Its always so nice to see your amazing creations inspired by ME,,you are so sweet my friends.. I like to share your creations, so contact me at kkcreativemind@hotmail.com

Have a nice day!

Face Behind Creative Mind & DIY Picture Pendant

2011-09-15T15:38:00.002+05:00

Hello all friends..
Today's post is a bit different from my previous posts..u know y? today i am as a guest at my blog, :) & I am going to share a Picture Pendant DIY, well i take my passport size picture & then cutting, making, wearing...etc :)

Now Get,Set,Ready For ME :)

Don't run anywhere, ya its me!!!

Last day there was a thunderstorm,i was in my school,in our area some trees & bill boards fell down on electric cables,so we have to face about 10 hours electricity off..it was kinda tough experience specially when our UPS batteries gotta low n off..!

I take these pics during study break :) well it was raining cats n dog!
Now be ready for the tutorial of my Picture Pendant!!

You will need to have a pendant base or you can also cut a thick silver foil sheet,as i cut for this pendant :)
Some full & half pearls
Your name's first alphabet
A small sized picture
Mod Podge Dimension Magic
(my friend Amy sent me a few weeks back)

--First i cut the thick silver foil sheet as a pendant base,i cut it free hand & its cool that the shape is not too disturbed :) nice oval!!
--Then i make a whole with a big needle.
--I choose my passport size picture for pasting.
--Then i take some pearls,which i was going to add in necklace ribbon but i place these in a nose pliers & press a little,so after crushing 3 pearls(even one pearl bead fly somewhere),from 4th pearl i start making these perfect half pearls..Excuse me please,,i always love these breaking & making mad experiments :)
--Now cut your picture according to your pendant size,
--then fix pearls & other tiny things with glue(i use Mod Podge)
--Now the final turn is to add Mod Podge Dimension Magic over it!! so it will be shiny,sealed & glossy !!

My photography skills are always poor,sorry for this but it was shiny so i was unable to take a perfect pic!
after 2,3 hours when it convert into total plastic sealed look,then i fix a crushed look hard thread,(picked up from my stash)with some pearls..

What about this lemon with me..haaha!!

I Make its Pearl beaded thread with the same technique,which i have been used in my previous DIY necklace

Check the pearl loop how-to

--I add the beads & after every bead i make a knot so these are now perfect match with half pearls decoupage!!!

A fun thing happened when i wear this pendant one day,my class fellow friends were shocked to see this!! they were not going to believe that i have made it !! but luckily the same passport size picture is pasted at my univ ID card so they all have to believe...& they all feel amazing after knowing about its how-to(i still avoid sharing my blog with my class fellows ;)but i feel cool when a friend said"you have a creative mind.." hahaha..yes i HAVE :)

Now Its Your Turn

I show my face first time during almost 1-1/2 years of blogging,so let me know what was my gesture in your Mind before having a look at my face..so you have to tell me before & after..it will be great to know!!i will also enjoy anonymous comments if you want to write some of your words anonymously!! Just for Funnnn..u r welcome ,so write something !!

A Few Updates...I Want To Share

2011-09-12T21:31:00.001+05:00

*** A few Updates***

* I Have passed my 2nd semester a few days back,its 3rd semester going on these days & 4th will be the Last..hmm..

* I have started teaching practice in a high school just for 15 days,as an internship program..its necessary in this semester!! so i am doing these days,daily from 9-12 i am in school & then from 2-7pm i am attending university classes..its not much hectic because i am having off days between from university schedule,I have one off day after each class,

* I have received a beautiful gift from a lovely Turkish fellow blogger Fiamma , international mail is always late but look what i have received,

Eid Card plus a handmade cute Bracelet

A good contrast with my wrist :)

* My blog post about Pakistani Truck Art have been featured at Etsy Blog

* I was Guest at Whip-Up last month with the same post of Pakistani Truck Art

Last but not the least......

* I have won a giveaway of scissor holster..

Many excitements are joining me on & off..

I wish every happiness stay long last :)

AND

You will see my face in next post..first time i am going to share Creative Mind's face on blog.is it a cool update more then above all??

p.s i saw this camel 3 hours before when i was coming back from university,he was sitting on a roadside,very very near to my car & it was a surprise,because these are rare in our area *(*
Have a Nice day!

Rosette Headband Tutorial

2011-09-07T01:23:00.001+05:00

Hello All,

My teaching practice session 2 is going to start from tomorrow, now it will not be a burden(hopefully) as the first session.so studies & blogging both will run behind me smartly :)

OK back to the today's post, First check, what I am going to share with you today!!

This rosette & net embellished headband is my one of favorite band these days! Although i make this for my niece but.........she didnt like this because it was not according to her choice of material..Oh God a hardly 4 years old girl have choices now!! hmmm

First check its tutorial then i will share the story behind :) you can feel that in above picture she is a bit rude..

Before starting this Headband making, first you will have to check my

Rosette Tutorial,

Make some rosettes with this tutorial & then start making this headband :)

You will need to have some rosettes,

Net fabric strip

Crystal Beads

Transparent glue,

I use Mod Podge but hot glue will be OK..(i dont know where i have placed my glue stick)

First Cut a strip of 12" & make a ruffly strip,

Paste it over the band but leave some place for rosettes :)

After pasting rosettes & ruffles then leave it until dry

Then paste some crystal beads over it

And the band is ready within a few minutes, i think hardly 15 or 20 minutes..

I was in search of a plain background,suddenly i saw my LCD tv screen :)

I think its a cool back ground,for soft & plain look!!

I write in my previous post that this will be a cute post, you know why? actually during making of this headband my niece Anum was with me & she was continuously giving me direction on how to embellish,what to embellish & so much more about this headband..even once i said..Excuse me Anum!! wait a moment..(hmm..) but she was on the way to giving ideas :)

I just told her that i am going to make a headband for you, & What would you like to have for your headband..then she startttt..

Anum; why dont you add some beads & sequins at this band as you paste before at one of my band..(you can check that previous here)

(then she start telling me some weird stuff which i have never noticed around)

Well Anum's mood was getting aggressive, because i was not working well on her suggestions :)

The other day she went on some outing, so i start making her headband, i thought she will like to see her band when she will be back..BUT..

When i hand over this band to her, she really dont like this..she check it from different angles but at the end, she leave it & start playing with her brother..

I was happy that first time i will have someone who will model for my Headband, but the little lovely model Anum was not in a mood to help me..i hardly take the pics,she was not even in a mood to wear the band for a few minutes just for taking pictures..oops..

If you are having any Cute attitude around,lets play safe :) otherwise you will have tough time,same as i have enjoyed with Anum :)

Have a Cute Day!!
p.s there is some problem in blogger!its not showing latest post in reader?oops!

You can also check my previous Headband Tutorials HERE

Featured Blog Creativity #3 Pincushion Making

2011-09-05T14:19:00.001+05:00

Hello All sweet friends,
Its time to feature another creative blog, today again I am going to share a blog, which is really filled with lots of creative things, you will find Fabric paints, Embroidery, Ribbon work, Paintings, decoupage, Ceramics, lots of sewing projects & much fun over at her cute blog,
But this time again i have a blog with a different language..its in Turkish language!! don't worry i am linking with translation, i hope you will like to visit her blog, Noblesse is from Ankara,Turkey
Now check out her awesome Creation!!

Visit the Pincushion + Organizer Tutorial

How cute & creative..i always admire her creations, its so sweet to have her as a smart friend..well i hope you enjoyed the tutorial.be sure to say Hi to Noblesse..

Have a blessed day!

Take care

Eid Day & My Sister's Creative Henna Designs

2011-09-01T10:50:00.003+05:00

Assalam Alaikum (peace be upon you)

After the Great Holy month of Ramadan, now its time to say Shukar AlhamduLillah (Thanks God) for all the blessings we have enjoyed previous month..So now we are enjoying our Eid festival.a very colorful day with lots of eating & outing fun :)

I am wishing you Eid greeting with a delay of one day , i write this half post last day but the day was extraordinary busy specially whenever i sit in front of my PC..iPhone was busy at my on & off phone calls of friends & family..so this is a bit late posting!

Our Eid Festival is about 3 days celebrations..so we are also having lots of fun today and tomorrow!!

This festival is so colorful ,specially for girl's,we wear colorful dresses with matching bangles & Jewelry.you know whats the most important thing for girls at this day?hmmm Definitely Henna filled hands :)

One day before Eid, the night is called Chand Raat..( Chand=Moon & Raat=Night)

Our Eid day decided after moon sight that's why its called chand raat..girls apply henna on hands at chand raat & enjoy a lot in gathering..shopping & saloon visit is also an important factor here :)

I am sharing today some designs which my sister have done last month! today i will not share my own chand raat mehndi designs..i dont wanna mix up all.. All these designs are from My sister Erum who spent her kids vacations with us last month, so i request her to apply henna on hands for my blog,so lets check some designs from Erum ..Ohh my sweet heart Erum aapi :) I love her soooo much i spent this Eid without her so i am really missing her, i disturb her a lot last day with phone calls, she was so busy with her kidos Eid celebrations & with guests but she always have time for me..

The cute hands in this above picture, one is my sister Erum Aapi's hand & the other little lovely is my niece Anum's hand :)

Now its mine :)

After cleaning the hand with water,the result was like this !!

and

Whenever i take Anum's henna hand picture she feels good :) my sister told me that when she apply henna on her hands at Chand raat, she told her to take pic in mobile same as Kiran khala capture my hand's pic when mama apply henna on my hand..kids are so sweet, & the memory is lovely! she still remember my directions of taking picture because she told her that do not take pic in this manner, first place my hand on any pillow or strait thing then take my hand's pic :) because kiran khala did the same for henna designs :) how sweet director..Anum you are my lovely!! Missing you honey !!

Well i will share the whole story of Anum's this pose in my next CUTE post, i hope you will enjoy..

Its raining from early morning & i am enjoying the day because last day it was hotttt but now relaxing :)

Have Fun,

Making of a Visual Aid for Students

2011-08-29T21:08:00.000+05:00

Hello All,

In my previous post i share some pics of a teaching aid which i have made during my teaching practice session last week..I will share the making of those models now, these are called visual aids or models but you can also say these boards :)

so now have a look at these few pics which i have clicked although i was having a very busy time but i click a few pics to show you how i have made these :)

I take a big sheet of thermoplastic packing material..then i cut it with the help of soldering iron..want to know how? but i am not having many pics, just a few are available, hopefully you will understand well !!

First of all i write all the heading points on a white paper, My topic was "1st Governor General of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam" i cut the paper into specific required size & paste it on sheet then cut it with soldering iron :)

All pieces are ready for pasting on a full board!!

I was using a sticker chart on sheet, but you must not paste the sticker before cutting, first make a rough pattern with newspaper

After cutting piece, then paste the sticker sheet..

& its the final look :) Our Great Leader & Founder of Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah..Such a Gentle Man!

I cut all shapes & designs according to my topic choice!

The end result of my model board is ready! i cover it with a transparent sheet, now its safe from dust :)

My 2nd topic was about Pakistani regional languages, so i share our regional dresses & culture of men on board, I draw these little guys in their regional dresses & color with markers simply..

Now the embossed look is in hand :)

oops, ignore the messy bedsheets, actually it was too late at night..about 2am..& i was preparing for tomorrow's presentation!!!

These above images are from my lesson plan registers, my handwriting was getting miserable due to over speeding :) hahaha

What i have received today!!! hmmm..

Do you know about my sweet friend Amy,oh yes the same Amy of Mod Podge Rocks blog, she sent me a pack of Mod Podge Dimensional Magic :) i am happy to receive this MAGIC..very soon i will try this & definitely i will share any tutorial with you :)

Thanks again Amy for sending me this new Mod Podge fun :) i am already enjoying your gifted starter pack & now it will be another cool addition in my crafty lab :)

Ok friends, i will meet you soon with a cute tutorial, i am saying cute..yes, it is..!!!so stay tuned for more creativity & fun :)

Have a smart day ahead *(*

Anybody Home?? I am Back :)

2011-08-27T22:53:00.001+05:00

Hello Everybody..
I am writing this post after many days, I was much busy in my studies, today i complete my first session of teaching practice,& now i have 10 days break!! Now the EID Festival is also coming!!My 2nd session of teaching practice will start from 7th to 30th of September..then again i will face Tough Time :) really!!
Today was rainy & then cloudy..a very nice weather & it was the last working day so we friends really enjoy our day! i take a few pics of nice weather so i will love to share!!

All above pics are taken by my phone & the location is the school where i am doing my teaching practice :)

I did a lot of work in these previous weeks..would you believe sometimes i sleep after 5am ..I sleep in early morning till 11 after spending the whole night in making of lesson plan registers,files,Charts & models..ugghh..my institute timing was 1-5pm..!
Well my today's post is just a Hello, Hi post,, not any tutorial, but i really love when i receive your mails and comments these days even i was away!! so you were still with me,,You lovelies :)..so sweet of you!
I open my e-mail inbox after a few days! & there i read your mails which made my day as always!!
Today i will like to show you a few of my studies based work, I always try to take pic but i was really unable to take nicer pics, i mostly work at night & the dim light is not perfect for taking pics as you know well :) & the other reason was my messy place, if i start cleaning that take much of my time so i ignore everything & just write quickly!!
I make these models on topics of Pakistan Studies book, i make lesson plans on many subjects..the person who is in this model below is our Great Leader & Founder of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah !!

Can you guess whats the material of this embossed model?i will show you..wait..My friends who don't know Urdu language may not be able to read my models & registers!! oops my wall chart were superb but i forgot to take pics & now i have donated all models & chart to the government school..

I hide my roll number in above model which was under my name because via my roll number anybody can easily access my whole bio data even home address too..hmmm..
I was going to share my school work & the making of these models but the broadband is getting bad right now!! i cant upload pics, so i will show you my efforts in a few pics..
The material of the above models are thermoplastic Packing sheet, i cut different pieces & designs with soldering iron :) my teacher told me the technique & i try to create the best..
Oh yes, i did my 1st session's final lesson smartly, without getting confused,everything was OK, i was not shy in front of class, my teachers were also co-operative so I feel i am getting more confidant, & hopefully in my 2nd final lesson which will held on 30th of September i will teach perfectly..I am really thankful to all of you dear friends who left nice suggestions for me at my previous post, these were helpful for me..so thanks again,,So sweet to have you all helping friends.. Love ~

! Khadija's Creative Mind

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Are You Inspired..#5

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Are You Inspired..# 4

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HAPPILY Free from Teaching Practice :)

Beaded Colorful Bracelet

How-To Make Colorful Document Files

DIY Bangle with Beads

Are You Inspired..# 3

Face Behind Creative Mind & DIY Picture Pendant

A Few Updates...I Want To Share

Rosette Headband Tutorial

Featured Blog Creativity #3 Pincushion Making

Eid Day & My Sister's Creative Henna Designs

Making of a Visual Aid for Students

Anybody Home?? I am Back :)

~ Grow Love ~ In My Style Mug Recycling

DIY Necklace & Resin Flower Ring(Two In One Post)